A map of Mount Spurr, Alaska, showing monitoring stations operated by the Alaska Volcano Observatory and hypocenters of earthquakes that occurred from Jan. 1, 2024, through Feb. 6, 2025.

FOX 13 Seattle. Mt. Spurr in Alaska could erupt soon. Posted: March 17, 2025 | Last updated: March 18, 2025. Scientists are currently monitoring Mt. Spurr in Alaska.

Mount Spurr, located about 75 miles West of Anchorage, has been acting up in recent weeks, prompting officials at the U.S. Geological Survey and Alaska Volcano Observatory to issue a yellow alert.

From possible impacts to how to prepare, we dive into what we know so far about Anchorage’s closest active volcano and how to prepare for its likely eruption.

Mount Spurr erupted once in 1953 and three times in 1992, according to the observatory. Both years saw eruptions at the Crater Peak vent, located two miles south of the volcano’s summit.

They plan to monitor, properly advise and warn the public well in advance of any eruption. ... Last month, scientists estimated at least a 50% chance of Mount Spurr erupting.

Mount Spurr is part of the Ring of Fire, located in southern Alaska. The mountain is a stratovolcano, which means it has steep slopes and is known for its explosive eruptions. The last major ...

A look behind the scenes at how Mount Spurr activity is monitored. Officials monitoring Mount Spurr activity demonstrate how they are keeping track of the volcano. 04/04/2025 ...

Scientists provided an update Thursday on the chances of an eruption of the Mount Spurr volcano in Alaska, a situation being closely monitored by officials in Anchorage, the state’s largest c… ...

Mount Spurr stands just 80 miles northwest of Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city. Jeff Manes “Overall, the likelihood of an eruption has decreased from March, but the volcano remains at an ...

Despite a recent decrease in activity, there’s still a chance Mount Spurr will blow. And if that happens, there are a few things you should know about keeping ash out of your home.

Mount Spurr erupted once in 1953 and three times in 1992, according to the observatory. Both years saw eruptions at the Crater Peak vent, located two miles south of the volcano’s summit.